How to conduct a current state assessment of opioid risk and misuse in your population
Opioid addiction has reached crisis levels in the U.S., affecting not only individuals and families but ... Continue reading →

Any apprehension about how InsurTech will add value in the insurance value chain is moot in pricing and underwriting. With support from InsurTech start-ups, insurers are going to be front runners or i... Continue reading →

In order to understand what the future may be like, it is imperative to understand the present. One of the most effective uses of scenarios is to take an envisioned future state and work backward to e... Continue reading →

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In some situations, final frequency and severity scores may reflect the fears of the group, which can be unduly influenced by risks that are easier to imagine and/or that are currently topical. But what is needed to effectively guide organizations’ risk management activities is an assessment of underlying danger — rather than irrational fear. Continue reading →

When it comes to health care benefits and overall wellbeing, it’s time for greater value in the form of better outcomes, better cost and a better experience employers and employees alike. Continue reading →

Chief risk officers have a unique, risk-focused perspective into the activities of their companies. By taking specific steps, they can promote this perspective to help achieve strategic goals. Continue reading →

The confluence of data and technology have changed the game for risk management, but most organizations have felt only partial effects. The availability and storage of data, processing power and predictive modeling techniques have increased our risk quantification abilities more … Continue reading →

The strategic CRO can champion the idea that risk and capital are two sides of the same coin. Traditionally the risk and capital teams have often worked independently, but supporting one another enhances strategic, capital management and risk management decisions. Continue reading →

In a high-stakes race for talent, a gender pay gap can leave you sidelined. Understanding this gap requires a little sleuthing, and named executive officer pay is a good place to start. Continue reading →

It’s important to go beyond programs alone to ensure that your employee experience is aligned with the organization's purpose and values. An optimal benefits experience delivers an employee experience that "meets them were they are" and helps them need make the best decisions for themselves and their families. Continue reading →

Many companies are spending significant sums each year to provide employee benefits that may not be needed or valued by their employees. How can employers help ensure that their benefits contribute to the attraction, retention, wellbeing and engagement of employees? Continue reading →